The „Falstaff Nordics Hotel Guide 2026“ presents a total of 1,200 hotels in seven countries – Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Finland, Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia. Hotels were evaluated based on the environment, room comfort, wellness services, service, gastronomic offerings, and location. The rating system is based on reviews from members of the worldwide „Falstaff Gourmet Club“ and „Circle Club,“ which are reviewed and finalized by the „Falstaff Travel“ travel journalists’ commission.
58 Lithuanian hotels received recommendations from this prestigious guide, and 28 of them were rated 90 or more points out of 100 by „Falstaff“ experts. At the top of the list were Trakai’s „Esperanza Lake Resort,“ Vilnius’ „Grand Hotel Vilnius, Curio Collection by Hilton,“ and Palanga’s „Monist,“ each scoring 95 points.
Mark of the highest quality
Independent „Falstaff“ experts who evaluated our country’s hotels noted that Lithuania is one of the most attractive tourism destinations in the region – here, the baroque Old Town of Vilnius perfectly blends with a vibrant contemporary culture and a growing offer of luxury hotels, while the seaside and lakeside resorts offer a wealth of nature and wellness experiences.
„The international recognition of Lithuania’s tourism sector is the result of consistent cooperation between business and the state. Such evaluations strengthen the country’s competitiveness, encourage inbound tourism, and contribute to Lithuania’s economic growth. It is gratifying to see that our country’s hospitality sector is increasingly noticed and valued internationally,“ says Deputy Minister of Economy and Innovation Guoda Burokienė.
Olga Gončarova, head of the National Tourism Promotion Agency VšĮ „Keliauk Lietuvoje,“ notes that such evaluations contribute to the overall recognition of Lithuania as a high-quality travel destination in foreign markets.
„Partnership with the prestigious „Falstaff“ guide is a strategically important step that allows presenting Lithuania as a destination of exceptional experiences. These evaluations act as a strong quality mark that will undoubtedly increase Lithuania’s visibility among discerning foreign travelers seeking uniqueness and top-level service,“ says O. Gončarova.
Special awards for the most outstanding
The „Falstaff Nordics Hotel Guide 2026“ not only rated the best Lithuanian hotels but also awarded 10 special prizes.
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The Hotel of the Year was recognized as Vilnius’ „Hotel Pacai,“ the best new hotel was chosen as „AC Hotel Vilnius,“ and the Hotel Manager of the Year award was given to Sigita Rudzevičienė, who holds the reins at „Grand Hotel Vilnius, Curio Collection by Hilton.“
„This double „Falstaff“ recognition – both for our hotel and personally for me – is a huge acknowledgment of the entire team’s work, as the manager’s award never belongs to one person alone. Today, guests value not only comfort or service quality – they seek authentic experiences, attention to detail, and sincere connection. I am glad that we manage to offer all this and at the same time contribute to the growth of the entire Lithuanian hospitality sector and the country’s recognition worldwide,“ says S. Rudzevičienė.
The best SPA hotel was chosen by „Falstaff“ experts as Druskininkai’s „Mana Sleep & Spa,“ the sustainability and innovation award went to „Palanga Life Balance SPA Hotel,“ and the best city hotel was declared Vilnius’ „Radisson Collection Astorija Hotel.“
The best boutique-style hotel was selected as „Michaelson Boutique Hotel“ located in Klaipėda, the best gastronomic hotel title went to Palanga’s „Monist,“ and the best hideaway hotel was recognized as Trakai’s „Esperanza Lake Resort.“
There was also a lifetime achievement award. It was given to legends of the Lithuanian hospitality sector, the founders of the „Stiklių“ hotel, Anna and Aleksandras Ciupij and Romas Zakarevičius.
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